Code 3 CPS690 Remote Strobe Power Supply - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction
The CPS690 Series Remote Strobe Power Supply represents the latest in state-of-the-art strobe warning
technology. The latest in MOSFET technology and advanced design provide efficient operation, meaning
superior performance, reliability and long life. The use of intelligent microprocessor control allows the Model
CPS690 series to offer more light pattern options and versatility than any other remote system available. The
user may select Double, Triple, Quad, Five Flash or Cycle Flash Patterns. When connected to remote strobe
heads, the CPS690 delivers the highest available level of emergency warning signals.
Standard Features
The CPS690 Remote Strobe Power Supply is available as a 4 strobe Hide-a-way kit as part number
490HCL. The 490HCL comes complete with a CPS690 power supply, four Hide-a-way strobe tubes
and four 30' cables. Refer to CODE 3 manual T07715 for details on installation of the Hide-a-way
strobe tubes. All MODEL CPS690 Remote Strobe Power Supplies have the the following features:
12 AND 24 VDC OPERATION
REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTED
EXTERNAL FUSE PROTECTION
User replaceable 15 AMP fuse.
OUTPUT SHORT CIRCUIT/FLASHTUBE FAILURE PROTECTION
Power supply will shut down when trying to flash any heads that have been shorted.
MULTIPLE USER SELECTABLE FLASH PATTERNS
User may select either Double Flash, Triple Flash, Quad Flash, Five Flash, or Cycle Flash patterns. See
Flash Control Options Section, page 6.
SELECTABLE CONTROL OF OUTLET PAIRS
Allows user to select either alternating outlet sets 1-2, or 3+5- 4+6, or all outlets active (6 Head).
THIS POWER SUPPLY IS NFPA COMPLIANT WHEN USED IN QUAD OR FIVE FLASH MODES. SEE
FIGURE F ON PAGE 8.
Specifications
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30 VDC
POWER: 90 WATTS
ENERGY: 85 JOULES NOMINAL
STANDARD FLASH RATE: EACH STROBE LIGHT OUTLET 70 QUAD FLASHES/MIN.
ALTERNATING PAIRS 140 QUAD FLASHES/MIN.
POWER CONSUMPTION: 8.5 AMPS AVERAGE @ 12.8 VDC (HIGH POWER)